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VOLUNTEERS
Are you looking for a way to support the ongoing mission of the Wellesley Free Library? Volunteering your time and skill is an excellent way to show your support and make a meaningful difference by enhancing the Library's programs and services.
The Library is currently looking for energetic volunteers to help in a range of on-site and strategic roles. So if you have a passion for your community and for learning, consider putting your talents to use here.
On-site Roles
There are several volunteer opportunities, listed below, for people who want to work in the library environment itself with fellow volunteers and staff. These roles require the ability to commit to a regular schedule of at least two hours a week for a minimum of 16 weeks. We also ask that you keep your hours as regular as possible, call in when you cannot make it, and provide advanced notice of vacations.
1. Roles at Supporting Organizations
The Library's continued success depends on the excellent work of our volunteer Board of Trustees, and supporting organizations: The Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries, The Centennial Fund, and The Wellesley Free Library Foundation. If you would like to play a role in determining the future strategic direction of library programs and services, or fundraising and awareness initiatives, please contact Janice Coduri by e-mail or at 781-235-1610 x1100 to learn more.
2. On-site Roles
There are several volunteer opportunities listed below for people who want to work in the library environment itself with fellow volunteers and staff. These roles require the ability to commit to a regular schedule of at least two hours a week for a minimum of 16 weeks. We also ask that you keep your hours as regular as possible, call in when you can't make it, and provide advanced notice of vacations.
New volunteers will be asked to fill out an application form. It is available in the Administrative Office (second floor of the Main Library), or online
Training (On-site only)
When you become an on-site volunteer, you will be assigned a Staff Supervisor, who will provide proper training. Because of staffing considerations, it will probably be necessary to arrange training on a weekday, although we will try to accommodate your schedule as much as possible.
Thank you for your interest in the Volunteer Program. We hope you will find your volunteer experience at the Library a pleasant and rewarding one.
ON-SITE VOLUNTEER POSITIONS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
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Position
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Job Description
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Responsibilities & Requirements
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Open Computer Lab
Coaches |
People of all ages & skill sets seek assistance with a variety of
computer and internet skills. Volunteers are needed to
partner with individuals during lab time to help them with tasks
such as downloading e-books to Kindles; sprucing up documents
by learning the fine points of word pro; or organizing photographs
into Picasa albums. If you enjoy working with others (particularly
senior citizens) who are interested in learning, please join us.
Reports to: Michael Wick, Reference Librarian
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- The Lab is held every Monday from
1 - 5 pm. Volunteers typically
commit to weekly, 2 hours blocks of
time.
- For more information contact
Elise MacLennan.
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| Shelver |
Accurate shelving is one of the most important jobs in the
Library. Shelvers must be committed to paying close attention
to detail to ensure that every book is returned to its appropriate
place on the shelf. While shelving, the shelver must take time to
shift books as necessary, re-shelve any books or other library
material found out of place, neaten & straighten books on the
shelves, remove any bookmarks, paper and litter from books
and shelves.
Reports to: the Circulation Supervisor and/or the Assistant |
Circulation Supervisor. |
- Need during all hours of operation.
- Typical commitment is between
2 - 8 hours per week.
- For more information contact
Elise MacLennan.
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| High School Volunteer Corps |
Teen Advocate
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Teen Advocates serve on the Library Teen Advisory Board & make
Recommendations for improving library Services for teens. |
- Teen advocates must be high
school students who live in or
attend school in Wellesley.
- Advocates must be able to attend
monthly TAB meetings.
- Other responsibilities may arise.
- The time commitment for this
position is variable.
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Children's Room
Volunteer
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The work in this area of the Library consists exclusively of shifting
& shelf-reading picture books: organizing them appropriately
within the picture book area. |
- Children's Room volunteers must be
between the ages of 14 & 18.
- Volunteers must successfully complete
the training period.
- This position requires lifting, bending,
& other physical activity.
- This position requires a 2 - 4 hours a
week time commitment.
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Computer Coach
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Coaches serve as tutors in the Library's drop-in Open Computer
Lab & provide help to patrons looking for assistance with a wide
range of computer issues. |
- The Lab is open from 1-5 every
Monday & volunteers must be able
to work during that time period.
- Coaches must be comfortable with
computers & the internet, but highly
technical skills are not needed.
- Volunteers must be patient, flexible &
able to work well with the public.
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Reference
Department
Volunteer
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Volunteers for the Reference Department collect & shelve books
From the tables & stacks on the 2nd floor, tidy the library, fill
displays & perform other duties in support of the reference staff.
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- Volunteers must successfully
complete the required training
activities.
- This position requires lifting, bending
& other physical activity.
- Volunteer hours must be completed
between Monday & Friday.
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Kids Chess Club
Leader |
Volunteers at the Kids Chess Club lead the group & provide
assistance & tips to children who would like to learn chess strategy,
as well as serving as the "Chess Pro" for children who would like a
challenging opponent.
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- Volunteers MUST be proficient in
chess.
- This position requires that volunteers
enjoy working with children between
the ages of 6-10.
- Volunteers must be able to work
proactively & gauge the needs of the
students attending the event, pair
students who need a partner & assist
in the successful operation of the
chess club.
- The Kids Chess Club meets on the
2nd Tuesday of each month.
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